Liquid vs Powder vs Pods.
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The worst powder is better than the best liquid.
Very true.
On Which (UKs version of Consumer Reports), the lowest scoring powder, always scores higher than the highest scoring liquid.
Also, they have best buys and don't buys in every product category they review, and there is,
- NO powders that are a "don't buy"
- Some liquids and pods are a "don't buy"
- NO pods were good enough to be rated a "best buy"
Very true.
On Which (UKs version of Consumer Reports), the lowest scoring powder, always scores higher than the highest scoring liquid.
Also, they have best buys and don't buys in every product category they review, and there is,
- NO powders that are a "don't buy"
- Some liquids and pods are a "don't buy"
- NO pods were good enough to be rated a "best buy"
I have always liked powdered laundry detergent better than liquid. There are liquid laundry detergents I like, but powder will always be around for a long time. I do not like those laundry detergent pods at all, and they are expensive! Tide Pods cost about $20.00, and you only get 72 loads! I could have bought a lot of powdered laundry detergent with $20.00!
mieleforever
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If I could just weigh in here, we have tried liquid detergents a few times, I note that they are very heavily doused with perfumes and that they tend to leave our washing machine with a foul smell after taking out the washing. A very musty mouldy smell that is.
That never happened with regular powder detergent, plus they are much more expensive than regular powder.
Seems to me that it is another ploy of the big companies to have you fork out more cash for doing the same thing.
So it is back to the regular powder detergent again.
Regards
That never happened with regular powder detergent, plus they are much more expensive than regular powder.
Seems to me that it is another ploy of the big companies to have you fork out more cash for doing the same thing.
So it is back to the regular powder detergent again.
Regards
Liquid laundry detergent has oils that will gum up in your machine, and it builds up in the outer tub, or anywhere you cannot see. Powdered laundry detergent dissolves in the water, and their is nothing much to worry about.
There is no this is better than that in my opinion because it all boils down to what your personal preferances are.
-Excellent cleaning power on a wide variety of stains ? A good powder might fit your needs. Even more so if it contains some sort of oxygen bleach.
-Minimum chemical wear on fabrics and colors ? A liquid might be your first choice.
-Convenience ? Pods in powder or liquid form might suit you best.
What exactly are the oils in liquids you are talking about ? Can you give me an example ? I never heard about that.
-Excellent cleaning power on a wide variety of stains ? A good powder might fit your needs. Even more so if it contains some sort of oxygen bleach.
-Minimum chemical wear on fabrics and colors ? A liquid might be your first choice.
-Convenience ? Pods in powder or liquid form might suit you best.
What exactly are the oils in liquids you are talking about ? Can you give me an example ? I never heard about that.
Liquid detergents don't contain oils as far as I know (I mean, I've never seen liquid detergent with oil inside). Some formulas contain thickeners that leave thin (then thicker) film on the inside parts of the machine - perfect substrate for mildew growth.
Softeners contain tallow derivates. They are even worst than liquids regarding the residues. Don't use softeners, please, or if you do, like me, clean the machine on a regular basis.
Some powders contain insoluble ingredients (zeolites), but they don't leave such heavy residues.
Softeners contain tallow derivates. They are even worst than liquids regarding the residues. Don't use softeners, please, or if you do, like me, clean the machine on a regular basis.
Some powders contain insoluble ingredients (zeolites), but they don't leave such heavy residues.
Liquid laundry detergent has oils that will gum up in your machine, and it builds up in the outer tub, or anywhere you cannot see.
I've been using liquids or pods exclusively for 20 years in my European front loaders and have had zero issues with buildup or smells. AND I use fabric softener in EVERY load! But my machines have NEVER had a COLD wash done in them...always warm or hot (and I mean very hot because they keep it hot) and every white load gets bleached with Clorox.
I've been using liquids or pods exclusively for 20 years in my European front loaders and have had zero issues with buildup or smells. AND I use fabric softener in EVERY load! But my machines have NEVER had a COLD wash done in them...always warm or hot (and I mean very hot because they keep it hot) and every white load gets bleached with Clorox.
joeypete
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I like powder too, though in my current machine it's not great to use unless I'm washing a full load with full water level. I am using liquid now but I really don't like it. Too messy and I'm so ocd about rinsing the cap out! haha. I love pods, easy to dose, no mess, etc. They are a bit more expensive but you're paying for the convenience. I'm loving the Persil Fresh Scent but unfortunately they don't make their pacs in that scent. Damn them!
rolls_rapide
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Powders
Powders are best for cleaning laundry and for keeping the machine in a clean condition, without a doubt.
I've noticed that my current machine's rubber seals and/or hoses, apparently react with Ariel liquid, to create a pungent rubbery smell which gets lodged in the clothes. This has never happened with previous machines. Handwashing articles in Ariel liquid does not produce the odious odour.
And as others have stated, liquids often have a very concentrated fragrance. I washed sheets in Lever's Surf 'White' liquid. Even after washing in another detergent, still they smell of Surf! Surf was very sudsy too.
Powders are best for cleaning laundry and for keeping the machine in a clean condition, without a doubt.
I've noticed that my current machine's rubber seals and/or hoses, apparently react with Ariel liquid, to create a pungent rubbery smell which gets lodged in the clothes. This has never happened with previous machines. Handwashing articles in Ariel liquid does not produce the odious odour.
And as others have stated, liquids often have a very concentrated fragrance. I washed sheets in Lever's Surf 'White' liquid. Even after washing in another detergent, still they smell of Surf! Surf was very sudsy too.
Tide seems to be the best-selling pod, and including it & the store brand, there are usually at least four competing brands holding a popularity contest (All, and Gain are the others), so it's a toss-up as I want to try the underdog brands, but cost is a never-ending factor, so a huge tub of powder (w/ a refill-bag) for me...
-- Dave
-- Dave
I used pods exclusively for a couple of years when my daily driver was a 2010 Frigidaire front-loader and I loved them. Tried every brand on the market. The Frigidaire did not tumble a lot before water was added, so didn't have problems with undissolved pods or pods migrating to the boot. Tide and All did the best job in soft water. Never had to use two pacs/pods. On their own, they don't remove stains as well as Tide "Plus Bleach Alternative" (powder) or Tide "Ultra Stain Release" (liquid), but never had a problem with heavily-stained kitchen whites when the Sanitize cycle (with its gradually heated water) was used in conjunction with 1/4 cup of Clorox.
The Maytag 8100 came along in 2015 with its auto-dosing cartridge which was even more convenient than pods, so Tide Ultra Stain Release and Persil ProClean 2-in-1 liquids became the detergents of choice. They both receive an overall score of 82 in Consumer Reports' tests and are at the top of their ratings list. (Tide and All pods receive a very respectable 71. Standard Persil and Tide liquids receive a 74.)
In July 2017, I acquired a Speed Queen 9-series top-loader. I'm using Tide Ultra Stain Release and Persil ProClean 2-in-1 (liquids) and Rosalie's Zero Suds (powder).
To save soft water with the water hog SQ, (I have a Culligan tank that is switched out every two weeks, so have to be careful not to use more water than the tank can soften) I generally begin a load by selecting the Heavy Duty cycle to get a true warm or hot wash fill, then cancel and switch to the Normal Eco cycle which employs an aggressive spray rinse (SQ's description) that saves a lot of soft water.
Bath towels, which tend to hang on to suds, are washed in (powdered) Rosalie's Zero Suds. Works great with the eco spray rinse.
My Advice To Everyone: Use whatever brand and format (pod/liquid/powder) you want to for whatever reasons you have.
The Maytag 8100 came along in 2015 with its auto-dosing cartridge which was even more convenient than pods, so Tide Ultra Stain Release and Persil ProClean 2-in-1 liquids became the detergents of choice. They both receive an overall score of 82 in Consumer Reports' tests and are at the top of their ratings list. (Tide and All pods receive a very respectable 71. Standard Persil and Tide liquids receive a 74.)
In July 2017, I acquired a Speed Queen 9-series top-loader. I'm using Tide Ultra Stain Release and Persil ProClean 2-in-1 (liquids) and Rosalie's Zero Suds (powder).
To save soft water with the water hog SQ, (I have a Culligan tank that is switched out every two weeks, so have to be careful not to use more water than the tank can soften) I generally begin a load by selecting the Heavy Duty cycle to get a true warm or hot wash fill, then cancel and switch to the Normal Eco cycle which employs an aggressive spray rinse (SQ's description) that saves a lot of soft water.
Bath towels, which tend to hang on to suds, are washed in (powdered) Rosalie's Zero Suds. Works great with the eco spray rinse.
My Advice To Everyone: Use whatever brand and format (pod/liquid/powder) you want to for whatever reasons you have.
iheartmaytag
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Depending on what I'm washing
I like them all.
Primary Detergent is Tide Powder
Liquid--Tide Cold Water / Tide Free & Clear
PODS--Tide Odor defense.
for delicates, hand washables etc. Woolite.
I like them all.
Primary Detergent is Tide Powder
Liquid--Tide Cold Water / Tide Free & Clear
PODS--Tide Odor defense.
for delicates, hand washables etc. Woolite.
